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Invest in the Right Technology and Save on Massive Future Headaches

Invest in the Right Technology and Save on Massive Future Headaches

Technology is crucial for the success of businesses, but it has created this mindset that if a business doesn’t have the latest and greatest, they’re falling behind. The truth is that the latest gadgets are not necessarily the best decision for your business. Today, we want to assist you in making the best decisions about your technology.

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Unpacking the Type of Drives on Your PC

Unpacking the Type of Drives on Your PC

When discussing technology, the term "drives" is frequently used. This term encompasses various types that a computer may utilize in its daily operations within your business. This month, our aim is to explain the functions of these drives and underscore the importance of knowing their locations and significance.

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Document Management Can Revolutionize the Right Business

Document Management Can Revolutionize the Right Business

Implementing a document management system is a huge step for any business. It has amazing benefits from efficient access to data to digital assets to a much better organized business. If they have so many benefits, why do so many businesses balk at the effort and price of one? Today, we will take a look at the document management system from end to end in hopes that you understand the pros and cons of implementing one.

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3 Steps to Get Employees On Your Side During a Technology Implementation

3 Steps to Get Employees On Your Side During a Technology Implementation

A competitive business can adapt to change with new technologies and innovate in their industry. Unfortunately, where innovation and new technologies are concerned, businesses often experience considerable pushback from employees who might not understand how the new solutions support the company’s mission. How do you get these employees on board?

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Who Has Your Data and What Are They Doing With It?

Who Has Your Data and What Are They Doing With It?

Protecting personal data has become a critical concern as more and more people use Internet-connected accounts. While this tech has undoubtedly enriched our lives, it has also paved the way for unprecedented invasions of privacy, particularly by enormous technology companies that claim to be doing it for their own good. Today, we will explore how these giants compromise data privacy, raising questions about the balance between innovation and safeguarding our most sensitive information.

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A Winning Strategy for Implementing New Technology for Your SMB

A Winning Strategy for Implementing New Technology for Your SMB

Have you ever tried to introduce new technology to your team, only to have your efforts at improving your business’ efficiency bounce off of your apathetic and frustrated employees who just don’t see the benefits? You’re not alone; it’s difficult to teach old dogs new tricks, as they say. Granted, it’s not impossible, and your team can (and should) be able to get on board with any new implementations, provided you do some initial legwork.

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Rebuilding Your Communications to Meet Today’s Demands

Rebuilding Your Communications to Meet Today’s Demands

Ensuring seamless communication across all levels of your organization by addressing potential antiquated technologies and refining your strategy commensurate with your needs is more important today than ever before. It isn’t without challenges. To assist you, we lay out the following tips on how to improve your organization’s communications.

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Recycling Your Technology is the Way to Go

Recycling Your Technology is the Way to Go

Recycling your technology is something that you may not put too much thought into, but the facts are that a lot of the technology we use can be really harmful to the environment if it isn’t recycled properly. This month, we are going to go into what happens to your old tech and how having a plan for recycling your old tech can help.

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Four Major Benefits of Cloud Solutions for SMBs

Four Major Benefits of Cloud Solutions for SMBs

The cloud is a remarkable innovation that can enable businesses of all industries and sizes to revolutionize their operations. Have you considered the cloud for some of your business’ infrastructure? If not, you could be missing out on serious operational benefits that could push your company even further. Here are four of the best benefits of cloud computing that we can think of for a modern business.

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Technology Management Can Be Beneficial for SMBs

Technology Management Can Be Beneficial for SMBs

Technology is one of the most important elements to consider when growing your business, and while it might seem like it can magically solve all of your operational problems, it takes a lot more than a simple implementation to address your company’s pain points. In fact, failing to integrate technology properly can lead to even more problems.

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5 Common Technology Issues That Must Be Addressed by SMBs

5 Common Technology Issues That Must Be Addressed by SMBs

There’s no getting around the fact that technology is critical for business operations, but with technology come various challenges that need to be addressed. If you’re not careful, issues with your IT can distract you from other technology problems that could develop even further if left unchecked. Let’s look at five of the most common technology issues that modern businesses face.

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What Exactly is “Failover”?

What Exactly is “Failover”?

In business, having a continuity strategy is extremely important. One term that you may come across when continuity plans come up is “failover”. Let’s define failover and discuss a few variables that need to be addressed regarding the issue. 

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Strategies to Use Technology to Loosen Purse Strings

Strategies to Use Technology to Loosen Purse Strings

Businesses require financial resources to operate, and at times, it can be quite challenging to free up enough funds for strategic initiatives after covering all expenses. However, harnessing the right technology can be a game-changer. By establishing a more streamlined and efficient process, tasks can be accomplished with fewer resources, opening doors to enhanced revenue generation and the ability to reallocate resources in alignment with your organization's immediate objectives. Let's explore some technologies that can aid in achieving these goals.

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Here Are Some Quick Tips on Disaster Recovery

Here Are Some Quick Tips on Disaster Recovery

Technology is center-stage in today’s business world, and when all it takes is a disaster to end operations for many businesses, it suddenly becomes incredibly important to have contingency plans in place… you know, just in case. Let’s go over how you should build an effective disaster recovery plan, as well as how to assess your company’s needs.

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The Right Technology Professional Goes a Long Way

The Right Technology Professional Goes a Long Way

Technology enables businesses to streamline operations and make better decisions that can enhance productivity in the short and long term. That said, the sheer number of options available at any given moment for businesses can be intimidating and downright confusing at times. Technology professionals can help you determine the best solutions for your company’s needs.

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Technology that Can Help You Reduce Risk

Technology that Can Help You Reduce Risk

In business, meeting customer demand is essential; but doing it efficiently can significantly improve your business. This isn’t always easy since there are a myriad of problems that businesses have to face. If you can improve your business’ proactivity, it can go a long way toward mitigating problematic situations. Let’s discuss how to get out in front of risk by using technology. 

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So, Your Network was Breached… What Do You Do Next?

So, Your Network was Breached… What Do You Do Next?

Businesses currently face an unprecedented level of threat from data breaches, with more means of undermining their security out there than ever before. Making the situation worse, all it takes is one to bring significant impacts to your business, from financial and reputational loss, not to mention all the potential legal issues that come into play. Let’s review what you need to do should you ever be on the receiving end of a breach.

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Virtualized Computing is a Game-Changer for Businesses

Virtualized Computing is a Game-Changer for Businesses

Virtualized computing could be just the edge your company needs to make a considerable impact on its technology management practices. How can virtualized computing help you overcome the operational and financial barriers in place for your business? Read on to find out more.

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Be Proactive with Your Technology to Prevent Problems Altogether

Be Proactive with Your Technology to Prevent Problems Altogether

If your business could go about its daily tasks without having to worry about technology, you would find yourself suddenly much more productive and efficient. Think of all the time and money you could save by not reacting to technology problems. With the right tools and approaches, your company can make great strides toward a more proactive technology management model.

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Three Technologies That Affect Consumer Confidence in Your Business

Three Technologies That Affect Consumer Confidence in Your Business

Technology has enabled businesses to do more with less and a lot of small businesses simply feel that they don’t have the technology prowess to properly resolve the myriad of challenges they have. There are plenty of enterprise-level technologies that SMBs can use that can make their business stronger and more efficient. 

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